SEN Teaching Assistant - Make a Real Difference in Young Lives!
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Salary: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour (Actual salary: £19,370.70 - £21,122.66, depending on experience)
Hours: 37 hours per week - Term Time Only
Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs? We're looking for committed SEN Teaching Assistants to work with students aged 11-19 who have a range of complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and communication difficulties. If you're driven by a desire to positively impact students' lives, we'd love to hear from you!
Main Responsibilities:
1. Learning Support: Work alongside teachers to create an encouraging and inclusive learning environment.
2. Personalized Support: Provide focused one-on-one or small group assistance, tailored to meet each student's sensory and communication needs.
3. Build Trusting Relationships: Develop positive, supportive relationships to ensure students feel safe, included, and valued.
4. Promote Positive Behaviour: Use creative strategies to promote positive behaviour, adapting to the specific needs of each student.
5. Assist with Personal Care: Provide personal care when required, maintaining the dignity and respect of each student.
What We're Looking For:
* Experience working with SEN students (paid or voluntary).
* A Level 2 or higher qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (preferred but not essential).
* GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/Level 2 or above) - required.
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
* A flexible, creative approach to supporting individual learning needs.
What We Offer:
* Career Development: Continuous training and opportunities for professional growth.
* Perkbox Benefits: Discounts on essentials like groceries, phone plans, and gym memberships.
* Comprehensive Benefits: Enhanced leave, sick pay, pension scheme, and life assurance.
* Health Cash Plan: Reimbursement for routine healthcare expenses such as dental and optical visits.
* 24/7 Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional support.
* £1,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus: Earn a bonus for referring a friend (terms apply).
How to Apply:
If you're excited about making a real difference, apply online today! For more information, contact natasha.bentley@randstad.co.uk.
Successful candidates will need to undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Join us and help shape brighter futures!
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